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You're the man, Ben. Thank you for letting me tell a story. You're a true professional!

Man that turned out killer. It was so great to spend time with Justin and learn so much about his family. Cool guy, cool car and what an inspiring story. Really well done in all aspects!

4:37 got me choked up hearing how happy Justin was to hear how well the dyno went. Awesome build.

Justin is my son…we couldn’t be more proud of him and his passion 💝

I remember seeing a lot of ARIAS powered Drag boats in the early 80's, always wondered what the history was behind them... Thanks for the video!!

My grandpa had a huge impact on my live as well, almost cried, he is proud on you somewhere above :-)

That’s a great story, his grandpa will always be watching. I’m sure he’s really proud of him! Honoring him is the best thing he can do.

You did an absolutely beautiful job on the mini-doc. I thank you both for the story. RIP old man, you truly deserve it.

My brother 🙏 and thank you for telling us your story I didn’t know your grandpa but your story made me feel like I knew Him forever your ride is just amazing I’m sure he’s sitting next to you every time you’re out driving enjoying the day 🙏

Justin, you are an heir to hot rodding royalty, your Elco is a true tribute to your grandfather and his friends, and all the pioneers of the culture. Ps, Four Speed Film ThankYou!

This story is so similar to me and my dad. He passed away unexpectedly and I’ve carried to torch finishing his projects. Over the last 5 years We’ve got four of his project cars on the road. 67 GTX, 69 GTX, 63 max wedge Fury, 37 Olds hot rod. Miss you pop. You’d be so exited to see all this.

I grew up a few blocks away from Arias pistons. I use to go in there and fill out the forms, chat it up and get the best made pistons ever made. I was so shocked when it was closed. I miss that place so much. It was an institution in Gardena for us car guys. RIP Mr Arias.

Perfect build as well as video. Appreciate hearing your story and the dedication to your grandfather, this is one of those videos I will not forget.

We were hot rodding in that era. All those guys were great. Always regarded your grandfather as a brilliant guy. You are very fortunate.

Loved the Video and the 66 my Favorite year of Chevelle, MY Pop Drag Raced in that Era in Michigan Lapeer Drag Strip and a Few others. I can Remember hanging on the chain link fence as he Ran his 66 biscayne our family car when I was 4-6 years old. I lost him 5-6 years ago. I have an old tach from the 60s that was his also. This story hits so Close to home, made me happy and Sad. Bad Ass 66 love all the time period parts!!! I'm with you on wishing I could have been older at that time in the hey Days of Drag racing and street Rodding!

Great story. How Your Grandfather's legacy continues through you. May the history of Arias continue for generation to come.

That’s an incredible, inspirational and uplifting video. Very raw. Emotional. Such a beautiful and amazing car surrounded and created by stories. Every time you drive, your Grandpa is in the passenger seat, and he is so proud of you. Thankyou for giving us all a powerful slice of your life!! Wow.

I have the same birthday as his grandfather pretty cool to share a birthday with such a cool and historic man

Always love watching these videos keeping the hobby alive! No one makes videos about the cars of the past and it’s always a great seeing cars like this out at car meets and car shows! So much time effort and tears go into these builds! Many think it’s all about speed and horsepower but in many cases that’s not it at all!

Great story! Great combo, LS guy I always remember seeing those hemi LS heads and thought they were super cool. Perfect combo.

The family connection to a car is so cool. There’s nothing like throttle therapy to escape the crap life can create.

Great story sorry about your grandpa anytime you think about somebody’s passed away they’re right there by your side absolutely beautiful El Camino I also have sentimental value to my c10 the same way a LS hemi is out of this world nobody would’ve thought of that great job

I bought my Nova just so I can have something to do with my dad where we can have a memory that'll live on. I bought it around the time before we find out about his Parkinsons. My car ended up getting stolen which I found 2 years later. My dad has gotten worse but because of this video I want to start on my car with him with my next pay check. We got to enjoy the ones we have around us while we still got them

This was really good. I remember stopping out at the factory with Dan Borre from Keith Black back in the late 80’s. I used to talk to Nick Jr on the phone a lot too ordering custom pistons. It was fun watching this and I’m really happy to see the name carried on.

Love it. Great story, awesome car, great shots and editing. This may be your best so far. Keep em coming.

i definitely miss great uncle Arias! i’m related to the #1 person i look up to and couldn’t be more honored to share a birthday with the man too :)

Beautiful job on this video Ben! Really inspiring and cool to see more young guys putting their spin on traditional stuff.

This car is completely my style. I'm putting an LS in my Camaro as well. What an awesome story. I was suppose to build a car with my dad but he passed away too. I'm definitely an old soul when it comes to vintage drag cars and many other things from that era. And honestly I don't know what's cooler, the car or the PF Flyers.

Very very very awesome well put together car! Truly one of a kind. My grandpa is a nostalgia drag racer, true 4 speed guy. Him and I race a bracket series at the local track with a 64 falcon with a 446 small block and a Jerico. Only guys shifting. We get our ass kicked sometimes. But it’s about doing it with family and being true. I love everything about your car and the purpose of it. Being able to grow up and learn and hear stories about nostalgia drag racing is one of the coolest things ever. Not many people get that. Keep it alive man! I envy you and your car.

OMG!!!! what a Awesome El Camino..I love this car soo much and his history with his Grandpa..I grew up in the 60's and did have a 66 painted satin black ..I used to carry my dirt bike in it ,,,I love how he kept the tradition in building this bad ass street gasser...you did a awesome job and txs for sharing your story

Arias proud, blessed to call you all family

Every time you drive that car, your grandpa is with you, and he's smiling as you go through the gears, and that engine sings it's song. That's what gives these cars their souls. Thank you for sharing.

Sorry for your loss. My grandfather's death was devastating to me. Congratulations for finishing and all the work. Its badass. God bless

I forgot I was on KZfaq for a second there, it felt like a damn movie. Great work and awesome story, now all I’ll dream of is having my own big block chemi one day.

Great story. I wanted to view this video just because I knew that Arias made hemi heads that fit chevys. I didn't know all of this. Good story.

I met NICK ARIAS in his Office in 1994 when i buy The DALE SMART DRAGSTER a very close friend of NICK . i still have his personal COMPANY CARD signed on his desk .

Thank you for sharing your memories with your grandfather. Your grandfather loved you very much. He is proud of you. I bet keep up good work. God bless. Also beautiful vehicle sounds great.

I am at this very moment elbow deep in a 66 El Camino with an LQ9 swap, my Grandfather sits in a rocking chair and watches me work on it all the time. This is such a fantastic story, thank you to everyone who played a part in it. What an inspiration to never let a day or an opportunity pass.

That photo at 5:59, I lost my shit. You're a champ from where I'm sittin. Love that Camino. Everything about it is just right. Incredible powerplant too.

Great story, good job Ben! I saw the El Co lurking at the In n Out on Carson & Lakewood the other day, good to see Justin is putting some miles on it!

Absolutely rocked it as always! Your films just keep getting better. I can’t wait for the next one 🤘🏼

Man, you don't have any idea how much I wanted to see someone who appreciates the magnitude of the story that needed to be told here. I was blown away watching Justin's appearance on the Hoonigans channel. I had to watch a couple of times to understand everything he had been telling those clowns, about the build. They just kept running their yaps, not even processing what he had been telling them. I felt like they were just flat out disrespectful to their guest that day. Justin, this build is amazing! WOW!! I think it's an incredible tribute to your grandfather's life's work. A lot of little details, all on point. I had the honor of working on a pair of the old big block Chevy Hemi heads back in 2002-2003ish at a shop I was working at in Phoenix, AZ, just a quick refresh, valve job and resurface. I had the utmost appreciation for what I had in front of me. I'm glad you were able to tell the story, where it was meant to be heard. This thing is beautiful, I absolutely love your twist on it. And the way you showcase the engine, I could go on and on. The movie inspired details as well as the historical, California race scene parts and pieces, way cool man. I'm sure your granddad is beaming down on you with joy, just appreciating all of your thoughtful intent and execution of this build. Ben, bravo sir! Your work just keeps getting better and better. I look forward to seeing more and more of your work. Spectacular! Keep up the great work!

What a great pedigree. His engineering and foresight was tremendous. Great video.

That's one awesome car, unfortunately that world of hot rod is almost gone, people just aren't interested as much anymore, I'm into it but as many others, we can't afford to support a business that supplies hot rod parts, and this is why many shops have went away, but the history is unbelievable, love the stories, God bless

In my humble opinion this is the coolest car you've ever had on your channel and that is a high bar to clear.

I almost got a bit teary-eyed there. Well done!

Great story!! Super badass car! That is a unbelievable engine,that engine is the best anyone could ever build for a tribute, hemi Chevy !!!!!

Met this guy about 4 years ago @ a cars and coffe in gardena..I remember him talking about it..the HEMI HEAD...glad to see it finished 👍👍

Absolutely fantastic that you have given credit to your grandfather!

I have Arias pistons in my 392 Chrysler that me and my Dad built in 1990. The old man is on the other side now but I still have the car ( and still not finished , lol ).

That 66 is Beautiful piece.It's in the Blood!!

That’s BADASS man!!!!! CHEVROLET POWER!!!😁😁😏😏. I’ve ran a few sets of arias pistons over the years. Story almost brings a tear to my eye 💪💪

My first car is a 1966 Chevelle. It had a 230 6 cylinder and I replaced it with a 427 that my neighbor corrupted me into building. He and his best friend Dave Chun are/were big block fanatics. I outran a policeman and lots of other people with it and it still runs great with its Isky Z-33 cam. I bought another 1966 Chevelle because I needed a convertible. It has a 283 with a power glide. I just bought a 1966 El Camino last week because I have always wanted one. It has a small block and no rust which amazes me. It’s solid. I’m just going to drive it until I figure out what to do with it.

Also saw one of his V6 hemis at mcacn a few years ago. Was surreal to say the least it felt like I was standing with ROYALTY

68-72 El Camino’s I ❤️. Mines 72’ Tryng t’get a feel for the older classics. It’s hard.

Great video. Just inspired me to seriously start my 65 and go rip one around the block. His grandpa reminds me of the older grey haired guys in the speed shop garage in Hollywood Nights.

One of the model kit companies needs to make a kit of this! The coolest Chevy I've ever seen!

You made me cry bro I miss my grandfather everyday what an amazing man he was and to have heard you unique story and as a car lover this build just gives me chills I respect your determination.

Hey bro, your grandpa was and still is the real deal… Legendary, Mr Arias, himself… You did it right bro… He had every bit of confidence in you because, the detail you spoke about this car makes it perfect, one of a kind, and priceless… Man, if I had an 65 El Malibu SS wagon, that’s exactly how I would want it… Hats off to you and your grandpa’s work of art…🙏🏾✌🏾🤙🏾

Jeez, his story would bring tears to a glass eye! Great video and an awesome Grandpa by the sounds of it too.

I was a parts runner for a well known successful NHRA racer/engine builder manufacturer in the 90’s. Been to that shop quite a few times back then.

CRIPES.THIS FILM IS LOVELY HAS A BORNFREE INVITED BUILDER FEEL TO IT.

Great video! My brother inlaw had a 1968 GTO from those days too. It had a rock rusher 4 spd and a 12 bolt posi. It was alotto fun!

That's an awesome El Camino. I know how you feel I have a 63 Chevrolet truck that belonged to my grandfather. I'm 54 years old and I got my drivers license in that truck when I was 16. My grandfather died in 2007 and he left me that truck. I've been working on it trying to get it together. So I know how you feel about sentimental things. That was a great video keep them coming.

Kudos for saving yet another great story for posterity. That car would look so good with that 70's era Arias logo on the door or body too. Everything from back then was so earthy yellow-brown-orange-red LOL.

This was a very cool tribute to your Grandfather Justin . I ran Arias pistons in my 383 stroker in my ‘72 GMC Jimmy a few decades ago , and had purchased them on advice from an engine builder friend of my father. We thrashed & built it in my Small garage & I can testify to the feelings you had when hearing it fire up first time as well . Cool Car you built & I hope it brings as much joy to you as my ‘72 did for me for over 17 years. Keep the memories alive of our Father’s & Grandfather’s 👍

I remember following him on Instagram for his front engine dragster photos! It was SO awesome watching him get the car running and going and to see the two worlds combine are so awesome!

Beautiful car, and even more beautiful story!! You rock, sir.....

Justin... Have to say your grand dad would be proud! 😎

Very emotional and I can relate in some ways. Great video !!!! Makes me want to go work in my garage today!!!!

Cheers to you for your tribute to your GPop. Rare in today’s society. And that El-Co is SICK. Gotta be a great feeling rolling the gears in the Rock Crusher. Hold your head HIGH. Mr. Arias is smiling at his grandson, as I am.

Congratulations Justin No question your grampa is proud!! And no question he hears you on his birthday🤣😂😅 I’m trying to get my 66’ elcamino finished up No family ties here but it will be my daughters one day Take care

Sick Dude. I lost my dad 'round the same time. Same story here with my Model A Coupe-chopped no fenders early Vette 283 with a Fenton manifold sporting 3 Rochesters, gear drive, & a 4-speed with a Shiefer Aluminum Flywheel

What a fantastic video! Thank you Justin for sharing. Nice El Camino. I'm a Chevy guy, and I've owned several Chevelles over the years, but have just one now. It's the first one I bought back in 1991 at the Pomona swap meet. I've actually been contemplating dropping in a street version Arias hemi big block. Dont' have the coin yet, but I know it would turn heads!!! Best, Joe

Awesome story thanks for sharing

WOW....a great story!! The ELKY is a GREAT TRIBUTE to Arias Sr. My Dad was Valvoline racing director 1960-70 in SoCal. I thought every Dad was friends with Tommy Ivo!!! Wish I knew how lucky I was too!!! Thanks

This is easily one of your top videos to-date.

You are the MAN Ben! Thank you for sharing this awesome story!!!! Definitely one of the most unique and badass builds ive seen

Saw Justin’s car on the Hoonigan channel a few weeks ago, excellent ride but the story makes it even better. I’m a total sucker for the family connection and the honor this build brings to his family. As always I appreciate Ben’s work and his wonderful family, love this channel.

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Great video! Awesome story and beautiful El Camino!

That's the greatest tribute,,so neat to see the emotional ties with your grandpa,, awesome story!!

Thanks for sharing Justin’s story! I really love how the car turned out and that amazing sound it has. Best part of the entire thing is how he has so much of his family in the build. I’ll definitely be doing my research on those cylinder heads, pretty darn cool!

Incredible story and a very badass ride. He paid homage to his Grandfather in a very special way. Awesome video.

Way better than the hooligan video

fantastic story!!! bad ass ride! Thanks for sharing the story. Justin you are a great young man i have used hot rod/car building as therapy for 20+ years IT WORKS!!!

The first gen smallblock that accepts LS heads is a World Products feature that always fascinated me. Then to use the Arias hemi heads on one is very frick'n cool. Not you daddy's smallblock. That thing sounds great and must have some brutal acceleration. Did it all HIS way! Great story.

Amazing story and video, really shows how the connection between a man and his car is so much deeper than something cool to look at or ride in.

Love the story, the editing and the driving shots/sounds. Keep up the great work!!

Bad ass dude, keeping old school alive, believe it or not there are many of us out there still doing the same thing 🤘😎🤘

Very Heartfelt, And Tears Of Joy At The Same Time. Ben Awesome Dedication Video!

It’s always great to see a Legacy carry the Torch for the Pioneers from before 🔧 🔧 🔧 A lot of the legacies don’t have a desire to continue the dream…

That’s a great story about your grampa. I bet he’s smiling down on you ❤️

I would use Arias pistons in all my engine builds back in the day!

Really cool car ....had no idea they had LS HEMI HEADS !!!

I had a 67 el camino 500hp small block m22 4.56 posi rar 1 ton axles with traction bars. Bucket seats and a lot of fun.

Great family heritage and story there, loved it. What a beast!

Great story. Bought Arias piston back in 1980

Man I can't say anything that hadn't already been said in posts except you have a very unique ability to connect the subject to the audience. I come for the car in the thumbnail and end up caring less about the car as I do the person you're presenting. Quite a tribute, you're the real deal man.